Pictures of Broadstairs
in the county of Kent
About Broadstairs
At almost every corner of this popular resort are reminders of the towns association with the famous novelist, Charles Dickens. Bleak House, named for his novel, was once his home. Bleak House, is to the north side of the town and it from here that Dickens wrote David Copperfield. Just across the bay is Dickens House which he immortalised in David Copperfield as the home of Betsey Trotwood. This house is now a museum and is open daily throughout the summer and in Dickens' day it belonged to a certain Miss Mary Strong who is thought to have been the model for Betsy Trotwood. Each year Broadstairs hosts a Dickens festival, this is a lively event and attractive event, when everyone dresses in Dickensian costume. Followers of Dickens come from all over to attend the week-long festival.
There is a delightful little harbour which is sheltered by a small pier, and swimming from the sandy beach is both safe and a pleasure. Of historic note is a Portcullis Arch built during the reign of Henry VIII, this is known as York Gate.
Shopping facilities in Broadstairs are excellent and there are several delightful inns and restaurants. It is a place that is truly a pleasure to visit at any time of year.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Broadstairs
| Bleak House | (0.4 miles, 0.7 km) | Pictures |
| North Foreland Lighthouse | (1.0 miles, 1.5 km) | Pictures |
| Richborough Roman Amphitheatre | (6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Deal Castle | (10.1 miles, 16.2 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Reculver Towers & Roman Fort | (10.5 miles, 16.9 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Walmer Castle & Garden | (11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Goodnestone Park Gardens | (11.9 miles, 19.1 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Howletts Wild Animal Park | (14.2 miles, 22.9 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Wealden Woodlands | (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| The White Cliffs of Dover | (15.4 miles, 24.7 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| St Augustine's Abbey | (15.8 miles, 25.4 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Sir John Boy's House (Kings Gallery) | (16.2 miles, 26.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Canterbury Cathedral | (16.2 miles, 26.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Lydden Motor Racing Circuit | (16.2 miles, 26.1 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Canterbury Royal Museum & Art Gallery | (16.3 miles, 26.3 km, direction W) | Pictures |
All attractions in BroadstairsAll attractions in KentComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Broadstairs
Ramsgate, in the county of Kent (1.7 miles, 2.8 km, direction S)
Ramsgate's harbour is constantly busy, this is known as a "Royal" harbour, made so by the landing here of King George IV in 1822.
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Margate, in the county of Kent (3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction NW)
Traditional seaside resort which is famous for the invention of the covered bathing machine.
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Birchington, in the county of Kent (5.6 miles, 9.1 km, direction W)
Situated in what is known as 'The Garden of England' on the north Kent coast along which there is a ribbon of lively towns, lovely sands and an azure blue sea.
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Aylesham, in the county of Kent (13.6 miles, 21.9 km, direction SW)
The village preserves its history, it has several noted buildings from when it was built and a strong community spirit still prevails. Of interest is the beautiful sculpture dedicated to the men who lived in Aylesham and spent their lives working in the mines.
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Snowdown, in the county of Kent (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction SW)
Snowdown was famous for its colliery, it was one of only four collieries in Kent. It opened between 1907 and 1912, with a new town being built at Aylesham to provide home for workers who came largely from the north-east of England and from Wales.
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Barfrestone, in the county of Kent (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction SW)
Apart from the church, the village of Barfrestone reveals leafy lanes studded with enchanting cottages.
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St Margaret's at Cliffe, in the county of Kent (14.6 miles, 23.5 km, direction S)
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Canterbury, in the county of Kent (16.4 miles, 26.3 km, direction W)
Canterbury is an exquisite joyous place, it is submerged in history and is considered to be the birthplace of English...
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Dover, in the county of Kent (17.0 miles, 27.4 km, direction S)
The white cliffs of Dover, the view that has stirred the hearts of English travellers for centuries.
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Chilham, in the county of Kent (21.8 miles, 35.1 km, direction SW)
Chilham is a place of extraordinary serenity, it is both picturesque and pleasant, a lovely place to spend a perfectly peaceful day or a quiet, romantic weekend.
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Hythe, in the county of Kent (25.2 miles, 40.5 km, direction SW)
This delightful seaside resort is one of the five original Cinque Ports, it can trace its noble history all the way back to AD732 when it was granted a charter by the Saxon King Ethelred.
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All towns in KentComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Broadstairs Station | (0.3 miles, 0.4 km) |
| Dumpton Park Station | (0.8 miles, 1.3 km) |
| M20 Junction 13 | (21.9 miles, 35.3 km, direction SW) |
| M2 Junction 7 | (22.5 miles, 36.1 km, direction W) |
| Lydd Airport | (35.3 miles, 56.8 km, direction SW) |
| London City Airport | (60.3 miles, 97.0 km, direction W) |
| Broadstairs to London | (68.3 miles, 109.9 km, direction W) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Broadstairs
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Broadstairs center |
| Comfort Inn Ramsgate (Formerly The San Clu Hotel) | (1.6 miles, 2.5 km, direction S) |
| The Oak Hotel | (1.9 miles, 3.1 km, direction S) |
| Kent International Hotel | (2.0 miles, 3.2 km, direction S) |
| The Royal Harbour Hotel | (2.1 miles, 3.5 km, direction S) |
| Lonsdales Court Hotel | (2.5 miles, 4.0 km, direction NW) |
| Palm Court Hotel | (2.7 miles, 4.3 km, direction NW) |
| Glenwood Hotel | (2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction NW) |
| The Malvern Hotel & The Blues Grill | (2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction NW) |
| The Pegwell Bay Hotel | (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction SW) |
| Pavilion View Hotel | (3.1 miles, 5.0 km, direction NW) |
| All hotels in Broadstairs |
